Biotechnologist I (Nights - B Shift)

Lonza; Portsmouth, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH seeks Biotechnologist I for night shift (7pm-7am) joining a team delivering world-class biotechnological solutions. You will operate and maintain production equipment, perform bioreactor inoculation and chromatography tasks, and ensure GMP/GDP compliance.

Requires a high school diploma or AS/BS in a scientific field; training will be provided. We value problem-solving, documentation, and teamwork as you support manufacturing and continuous improvement at Lonza.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; AS/BS in a scientific field preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, preferably in a cGMP setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production equipment and supervise processes.
• Document deviations and complete change control forms as required.
• Attend shift exchanges, meetings, and perform administrative tasks.
• Move materials, transfer raw materials and chemicals between areas.

Skills

Biotech manufacturing

GMP / GDP compliance

Technical writing

Shift work

Training others

Education

AS/BS in scientific field

High School Diploma

Tools

Chromatography equipment

Bioreactor inoculation

Job description

United States, Portsmouth (New Hampshire)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Level I associates have the remarkable opportunity to be part of a high-reaching team at Lonza, where world-class biotechnological solutions come to life. Our Biotechnologist I role is essential to our manufacturing operations in New Hampshire, USA. This position is ideal for those who strive to deliver outstanding performance and are passionate about making a difference in the life sciences field.

This position is for the night shift from 7pm-7am, on a rotational schedule every other week:

Week 1: M/T - F/SAT/SUN

Week 2: W/TH

Shift differentials are included for weekends and nights worked

Key Responsibilities

Operate and maintain equipment, supervise production processes, and meticulously report production in both written and electronic formats. Follow GMPs and GDPs, troubleshoot issues, and review documentation to ensure strict compliance.

Exhibit expertise in suite-specific production activities and laboratory tasks such as bioreactor inoculation and chromatography column operation. Understand and apply the scientific theories behind these processes. You may also be responsible for training other associates on these tasks and theories.

Run administrative tasks, including attending shift exchanges, participating in meetings, sending and receiving emails, and engaging in projects. In addition, you will be involved in technical writing, such as documenting deviations and completing document change forms.

Attain and maintain qualification for all assigned tasks and adhere to an individual training plan to ensure continuous improvement and compliance.

Perform material movements, including the transfer of raw materials and chemicals into, out of, and across production areas. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Key Requirements/Preferences

High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; AS/BS in a Scientific Field preferred.

Confirmed working experience in manufacturing, preferably in a cGMP setting, or some experience as an Associate Level I in the bio-pharma industry.

Demonstrated logical decision-making abilities, critical thinking skills, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Flexibility to adapt to changing business priorities, live the cultural beliefs, and actively seek and implement feedback to improve performance.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza:

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters.

We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.